This is a pretty interesting little antique shop in downtown Lafayette. They've got all kinds of…read moreitems for sale that are very interesting and creative. The shop is very clean and, unlike many stores of this nature, you can walk around without fear of creating a domino-effect of falling knick-knacks. I saw a really interesting German bicycle here recently - it was from the early 1970s and was made in West German, which I thought was neat. The shop owner was very knowledgeable about the bike and was able to tell me a little history on it. If you're strolling down Main Street and are doing some shopping or have some time on your hands, Main Street Mercantile is a great place to have a look-see.

The people who run this store have been doing it over 30 years. They are good people…read more You aren't in business for 30+ years for "cheating" people or being "rude". I'm afraid to say that being a retail business is hard, and sometimes people get worn out from it. That said this is a solid shop, and there is a lot of inventory that changes ALL THE TIME ! I know I've been there and bought stuff for 25 years!). The owner operators have hearts of gold, but it's hard to show it every day for 30+ years! People love the quirks of the "TV show" people, but when they encounter real people... run to the internet and "trash them". Be kind... it's a store that is unlike any other for 200 miles or more. They support the kids of this community in many ways for many years, sure they may have pissed a few people off, but like I said, they have hearts of gold and more often than not are kind and helpful. Running retail for 30 years isn't easy.

They sell sweaters that have moth holes. Moths spread. Who knows whether they have spread to…read moreother merchandise in the store. They would not contact the vendor. Since they have a policy of no returns, buyer beware. My advice - stay out of this store! I'd give this place negative stars if I could.

Tag was scribbled and it looked like $4. When we paid it was $14. I asked them and they refused a…read morerefund. They didn't really care about it and dismissed me. What a bunch of BS. Make sure you pay attention to the cost when paying. I thought their policy was to not sell altered tags. I guess only in their favor.

This is a great store!! There is a wide variety of both excellent antiques and new gifts. They…read morealso offer interior design services. The store is well merchandised and the shop owner is so sweet! They have beautiful rugs also!! So much to find in two floors of treasure hunting!! :o)

These guys will bend over backwards to help you,nice place .And the gun collection is top notchread more

They don't close at their posted hours, and will turn you away if you want to buy something 15…read moreminutes before they close.

It is worth a trip to Battleground to check out Shoup House. It is located in an old, two-story…read morehouse. The outside is kind of cluttered and could use some attention, but don't let that keep you away. The inside is great. Lots of rooms, as typical for an old home, and every room is full! They carry antiques as well as some reproductions and decorating, but if you are looking strictly for antiques, no worries. There are plenty! Nice ladies run the place, and they are always good to work with and fun to talk to. I always come away with several items, often unusual and cool stuff. There are a couple of diners/restaurants in town, so it is a nice destination for lunch and a bit of antiquing. So, all in all, Battleground isn't really an antique town, but for us, Shoup House is a destination, in itself. Go, but save some good stuff for me!

While visiting Battle Ground, IN to see the historical, Tippecanoe battlefield where General…read moreHarrison and the Shawnee chief, Tenskwatwa (or The Prophet), fought and started one of the sparks which would become the War of 1812, we stumbled across another historical site - The Shoup House. There's nothing I love more than museums and antique shops so I was in 7th heaven this particular day. Shoup House Antiques is everything I want in an antique shop. It was like someone read my mind and fabricated this special place just for me. My vacation cottage is only 1500 sq. ft. with average to low ceilings, small bedrooms and an open floor plan where the common rooms are. I don't have a lot of free wall space and even less floor space so I can't really fit antique furniture (the kind that obviously belong in homes like The Shoup House or grand Victorians) in here. What I can do is buy little accent pieces to create wonderful vignettes on my night stand, shallow shelf nook, library wall, etc. The Shoup House carries antiques and European inspired reproductions. I am a huge lover of all things from Ballard Designs and Restoration Hardware, and I found similar, if not identical, items here and for even less. I bought a beautiful table top Santos figure for $9.00 which sells for $39.00 in Ballard Deigns catalog. The oval wall clock which sold out for $82.00 was $49.00 at The Shoup House. My favorite purchase though is an architectural piece where someone talented had taken gorgeous, old tin ceiling tiles and molded them against a wood frame to create a 5' long x 18" high wall shelf for only $45.00. I feel like I stole this piece. It was so hard to keep myself from buying all the things I have coveted for so long in those catalogs and in the stores, like wire cloche bells, shabby chic balusters and columns, large b&w canvas map of downtown Chicago, antique bird cages, leather armchairs with nail head trim, etc. If I could buy the house with all the antiques in it, I could happily live here not moving a thing and consider myself at home. It's also fun to peruse all the different, 11 rooms of the house where everything is organized neatly and artistically in primitive or shabby chic cupboards, armoires and shelves, on the walls, from the ceilings, in the closets, on the porch and along the staircases. Almost every inch is packed full of antiques and decorative items, but it doesn't feel cramped or overwhelming. I haven't been this in love with a store in a few years so yes, my review is long and exuberant because I'm still giddy from my visit and discovery of this fabulous antique shop.

Love Trader Bucks in Lafayette Indiana. I always find some really cool items at awesome prices. My…read morefavorite booth is 95. It's my favorite place to stop at. Everything is clean and the isles are easy to get down.

The people that work here are so nice. The vendors are excellent. Anyone try the peanut butter…read morefudge yet? If not, it is so good! As soon as you walk in the first vendor is all set up for Easter! I was able to get everything I needed for my kids easter baskets right there. Good thing there are shopping carts and baskets on the left when you walk in. There is another room they opened in the first section filled with great things. I am never disappointed. The store is clean and fun.

They were so easy to work with. They do all the work, are very well organized and provide a list…read moreof what is sold. I feel they are very honest. I would highly recommend them.

Jim and his crew did a through job and were able to sell 90% of the estate…read more I was extremely pleased and surprised at the final proceeds. I definitly recommend them to anyone who has estate needs. They did all the work and advertise extensively. I really can't say enough thank you Jim. JC Bilyeu